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About Dona Paula Beach
At the place where two of Goa's famous rivers meet the
Arabian Sea is the secluded bay of Dona Paula
with a fine view of the Marmagoa Harbour. This beach of
Goa carries with it an aura of both romance and myth -
haunted by Dona Paula de Menezes; tourists throng the
Dona Paula beach not only in search of the deceased
beloved, but also to indulge in water sports on the
clear waters. The Dona Paula Beach offers an opportunity
to the tourists to have a sunbath and enjoy water
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Major
Tourist Attractions
The National Oceanography:
Another nearby attraction of the Dona Paula beach site
is the National Oceanography Institute. Set up in the
1960s, the National Oceanography Institute delves not
only upon marine biology, but incorporates almost all
the major branches of coastal and marine oceanography
Reis Magos Church :
It is one of the oldest churches in Goa and is famous
for its annual feast. The church is dedicated to the
three wise men of the Christmas story- Gaspar, Melchior
and Balthazar, who according to legend, were guided by a
star to Bethlehem to greet the Baby Jesus.
Beach Activities
Water sport facilities are the key attraction of this
beach. The Dona Paula Sports Club provides
water-scooter, cycle, and motorboat rides. Other water
sports include windsurfing, parasailing, water-skiing,
toboggan ski-biscuit, skibob, sports fishing,
snorkeling, harpoon fishing, kayaking, and yachting.
Getting There
Air : Dabolim airport is 30 km away from Panaji (
the capital of Goa, India) and 36 km from Anjuna.
Rail : The nearest railway station is Karmali
Railway Station, 15 km from the beach.
Road : One can reach Dona Paula beach within
minutes from Panaji. Frequent buses to Dona Paula leave
from Panaji's Kadamba bus terminal. Regular bus services
are available to arrive at Dona Paula from the various
places of Goa.
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Beach in Goa India and online Booking facility of
Dona Paula Beach in Goa India.
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